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AI boom lifts SK Hynix toward 1 trillion valuation on memory chip demand
Economy
Published on 14 May 2026
Memory chips are turning into the AI bottleneck
South Korea is leading Asia’s AI rush as SK Hynix edges toward a $1 trillion market value after Samsung’s milestone. The surge is fueled by accelerating AI demand for memory chips, pushing SK Hynix shares higher and putting the company on the cusp of a rare valuation leap.
- SK Hynix is nearing $1 trillion market value
- AI-driven demand for memory chips is the main catalyst
- Momentum follows Samsung Electronics’ recent milestone
- Share gains reflect strong expectations for chip demand
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